Victoria University of Wellington — Wellington, New Zealand

Victoria University of Wellington’s main campus is elevated in an idyllic setting with views of this artsy and quirky city. With an assortment of courses to choose from and amazing access to the wonders of both New Zealand’s North Island and South Island, you’ll quickly find yourself in love with your new home. Students participating in our Victoria University of Wellington program live in apartment-style university housing where new friends from around the world abound. Spend some time wandering the city on a lazy Sunday when the local market is in full-swing, take in some of “Windy Welly’s” bohemian cafes, or take in local Maori history at the world-renowned Te Papa Tongarewa. With an included adventure in Fiji, an included orientation in Auckland, and the option to take part in a Study New Zealand-sponsored excursion, the world is your oyster!

Program Highlights

Victoria University of Wellington is ranked in the top 250 universities in the world, and number four in New Zealand by the Times Higher Education – QS World University Rankings (2009)

Take advantage of our pre-semester trip to the beautiful islands of Fiji

Experience living with local and other international students in university housing

Take advantage of our mid-semester trip options to New Zealand’s adventure-packed South Island or the culture and beaches of Thailand

Live in Wellington – an artsy college town that just happens to be the capital of the country and is perfectly located to explore the North and South Islands

Feel the adrenaline rush during our Orientation Program where you are exposed not only to local culture but to New Zealand’s love of extreme sports